2011/2012 NBA Thread: Where Weather Happens

[Matt]

Maybe so, but keep in mind, these Celtics aren't precisely the most physical bunch when arriving to defense. Their X-Factor lies in Rondo, in my opinion. Miami has no decent match-up for him.

I definitely agree with that. Rondo will make or break the series for the Celtics.

stop hatin....its history in making right here...
Lebron's first ring...

aawwweeee....yeaahhhh...

LeBron's first ring is hardly history (especially since this season will have an asterisk by it due to the lockout )..

But yeah, honestly, I can't see any of the remaining Eastern teams being capable of beating either of the remaining Western teams.

 

[Matt]

And the 76ers do not have defense? They was 5th ranked in defense this season in the NBA.

No one said that. I was talking about the Pacers not playing defense since game three. No one would say that about the Sixers because no one cares about the Sixers. You're the only person on Earth who gives a damn about the Sixers.

 

[Doc Samson]

Iguodala guards Lebron about as good as humanly possible. If you go back and look at that series from last year, the games were closer than the series would indicate. Granted, Pierce, for whatever reason, gives Lebron fits at times too, but as a team, the Sixers speed would be more of a challenge IMO as opposed to what's left of the Celtics at this point.

 

[SentinelMind]

Miami destroyed 76ers all season....and they've won 8 out last 9 games...

http://www.nba.com/heat/history/mia_v_phi.html

only difference is Bosh isn't here...but it's ok.

 

[SentinelMind]

The way they're playing, the Celtics are a museum....yearbook....imo.

 

[Doc Samson]

Three of those Playoff games last year were between 4-6 points, those games were closer than just looking at a boxscore. At this point, Miami shouldn't lose to either Boston or Philly but I just think Philly would put up the better fight

 

[Mister J]

I don't care who shows up opposite on Monday, I just want Bosh's recovery to continue ahead of pace.

 

[Matt]

When is his expected return?

 

[Mister J]

They haven't specified, other than he's ahead of schedule. Possibly, next series. A mild ab sprain is listed a 2-4 weeks. It'll two weeks on Sunday. He'll need some practice time, so who knows overall.

 

[Matt]

I see. I hope he gets back to make an impact on the next series. I enjoy basketball because without a Pittsburgh team I have no horse in the race, so to speak. I watch for the best games possible. Having the Eastern Conference Finals without one of the team's ENTIRE defensive presence doesn't lead to the best possible basketball game.

 

[JaD]

That post fake by LeBron on (I think) George in the end was sick.

 

[Docker2.0]

Three of those Playoff games last year were between 4-6 points, those games were closer than just looking at a boxscore. At this point, Miami shouldn't lose to either Boston or Philly but I just think Philly would put up the better fight

LOL to this statement. Boston plays to the level of their competition, hence them losing to NJ but beating Miami all season. When Boston is focused, they can beat anyone. Like they will be in game 7.

 

[Mrs. Sawyer]

I honestly don't see either Boston or Philly beating Miami. I say it's gonna take one of the West teams to beat Miami. San Antonio I think has the best shot just because, provided they can get past OKC, their bench can provide fresher legs, especially if one of the East teams gives Miami a challenge.

 

[Mrs. Sawyer]

Michelle Beadle's leaving Sportsnation.

http://content.usatoday.com/communities/gameon/post/2012/05/espn-announces-that-michelle-beadle-will-leave-network/1#.T79WqtVrO8A

She's my favorite female on ESPN. It's sad to see her leave since Sportsnation is such an awesome show.

EDIT: Oops, I meant to start this as another thread, but I'll just leave it here and ask if any people were fans of Sportsnation.

 

[Mister J]

I didn't mind Beadle, but then she started talking **** about LeBron, so **** her.

I go back and forth on Cowherd. I do like the format of the show they have set up. There's only so much ESPN that I can stomach though.

 

[Docker2.0]

I didn't mind Beadle, but then she started talking **** about LeBron, so **** her.

I go back and forth on Cowherd. I do like the format of the show they have set up. There's only so much ESPN that I can stomach though.

Agreed! I can only stomach so much ESPN reporting when it comes to the NBA. You let them tell it no one ever has any chance against Miami and the Lebron love is ridiculous. I think it's one of the reason so many people hate Miami.

 

[Mister J]

Agreed! I can only stomach so much ESPN reporting when it comes to the NBA. You let them tell it no one ever has any chance against Miami and the Lebron love is ridiculous. I think it's one of the reason so many people hate Miami.

You and I must be privy to two different networks purporting to be ESPN, mate.

 

[Darthphere]

I didn't mind Beadle, but then she started talking **** about LeBron, so **** her.

I go back and forth on Cowherd. I do like the format of the show they have set up. There's only so much ESPN that I can stomach though.

Agreed! I can only stomach so much ESPN reporting when it comes to the NBA. You let them tell it no one ever has any chance against Miami and the Lebron love is ridiculous. I think it's one of the reason so many people hate Miami.

There is a disconnect between your post and the post you responded to.

But yeah Beadle completely flipped on Lebron after the decision. Remember the Akron Hammer? That so funny nickname she had for him. Michelle Beadle is the epitome of a bad sports fan. She's from Texas and roots for San Antonio but is then a NY Jets fan. What?

 

[Matt]

ESPN Anchor: A week ago, some were questioning whether Dwayne Wade and the Heat were done....

Yep...IT WAS ESPN DOING IT! It amazes me how ESPN changes gears, LeBron is once again "King James," Wade is on fire, and the Heat are destined to win it all. ESPN is such a joke.

 

[runawayboulder]

Yeah, that was some bad flip flopping there. It happened so fast it makes your damn head spin. The same guys that were giving the Heat the last rights after G3 were crowning them champs a few days later.

 

[Doc Samson]

LOL to this statement. Boston plays to the level of their competition, hence them losing to NJ but beating Miami all season. When Boston is focused, they can beat anyone. Like they will be in game 7.

LOL at this statement. Boston just lost their best defensive perimeter player, and in turn, their best lineup they can put out on the floor. Ray Allen's already hobbled, Pierce is already hurt, and you expect the Celtics to just "rise" up? Against the Heat? Who they would struggle with at full strength?

 

[BatSpider]

Bradley going down just diminished any chances of them beating the Heat as far as im concerned.

 

[Docker2.0]

You and I must be privy to two different networks purporting to be ESPN, mate.

I just woke up when I posted that. I must have read it wrong. I do agree that when Indy was up 2-1, they were killing the Heat, particularly Lebron but it was crazy to say they were done, especially against the Pacers. I still say Boston will give them a bigger challenge. They seem to play to the level of their comp. If it's Philly, Miami in 5 max.

 

[Hound55]

You and I must be privy to two different networks purporting to be ESPN, mate.

 

[SentinelMind]

Wade goes out celebrating in style....

WTF, Wade? I'm a Heat fan and all...but wow...don't ever do that again.